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Waves C4 Multiband Compressor Plug-in

Multiband Dynamics Processor - AAX Native, AudioSuite, AU, VST3, SoundGrid
Waves C4 Multiband Compressor Plug-in
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macOS
Windows
AAX
AU
VST
AudioSuite
SoundGrid
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Most software is compatible with both macOS and Windows, but check to make sure.

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Get Your Mix in Shape with C4

If you record, you need a multiband dynamics processor. Dynamics - the ratio between the loudest and quietest parts of a track - are critical when it comes to how well your mixes will come across on different playback systems - or the radio. A multiband dynamics processor lets you split the audio spectrum into sections and treat them individually for greater control. Waves' C4 gives you unparalleled control over your sound with four bands of up and down expansion, limiting, and compression - plus dynamic and standard EQ.

Combining technologies from Waves' storied Renaissance Compressor and C1 Parametric Compander, C4 lets you contour your mix while retaining maximum transparency - and it's perfect for individual instruments as well. If you want your mixes to really punch, you've got to take control of the dynamics. So get C4 - and get your mix in shape.

Waves C4 Multiband Dynamics Processor Features at a Glance:
  • Four parametric bands
  • ARC Auto Release Control
  • Double precision bit resolution processing
  • Mono and stereo components
Contour your sound with C4!

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Tech Specs

  • Software Type: Compressor
  • Platform: Mac, PC
  • Upgrade/Full: Full
  • Download/Boxed: Download
  • Bit Depth: 64-bit
  • Format: AAX, AU, VST, AudioSuite, SoundGrid
  • Hardware Requirements - Mac: Intel Core i7 or higher (M1 support), 8GB RAM minimum
  • Hardware Requirements - PC: Intel Core i5 / AMD Quad-core or higher (AVX required), 8GB RAM minimum
  • OS Requirements - Mac: macOS 13 or later
  • OS Requirements - PC: Windows 10 (22H2) or later
  • Manufacturer Part Number: V5-C4D40

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Rated 5/5
The only compressor you need
I own many Waves plug ins… Gold Bundle, CLA collection, SSL collection, Maserati collection but the C4 is without any doubt the most powerful and flexible of all of them. If you`re new to the C4, it can be a bit of a learning curve and its easy to destroy a track or mix if you don`t know how to use it. I recommend reading the manual and also start with the presets when you first start using the C4 and keep in mind that a little goes a long way. Crossover points allow the user to treat lows, mids and highs all differently. This is especially useful on vocals, drums, and the mix.
Music background: Professional Musician

Since the early days of DAW software, Waves has been a dominating force in music and audio production. For those of us here at Sweetwater who've been recording since the industry switched over to computer-based studios, it's impossible to imagine sessions without L series Ultramaximizers, MaxxBass, and other staples. Since then, we've been impressed every time Waves has brought top producers such as Jack Joseph Puig and Chris Lord-Alge to Sweetwater to show off their next cutting-edge creations, and Waves is constantly adding new and innovative plug-ins to their catalog. And with cool new gear such as their SoundGrid series, Sweetwater engineers have discovered just how easy it is to use Waves plug-ins live.